Name: Spider Halloween Cupcakes
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 cup chocolate frosting (homemade or store-bought); 24 candy eyes; Black licorice laces or pretzel sticks for spider legs; Chocolate sprinkles (optional for texture)

Spider Halloween Cupcakes

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Creepy-cute spider Halloween cupcakes made with moist chocolate cake, fluffy frosting, and edible spider decorations — a fun treat for Halloween parties and spooky gatherings.

Author: Beth
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup chocolate frosting (homemade or store-bought)
24 candy eyes
Black licorice laces or pretzel sticks for spider legs
Chocolate sprinkles (optional for texture)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Add dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool completely.
Frost cooled cupcakes generously with chocolate frosting.
Sprinkle chocolate sprinkles on top if desired for a “fuzzy” spider look.
Press two candy eyes onto each cupcake.
Cut black licorice laces into short pieces and stick 4 pieces into each side of the cupcake to make spider legs. If using pretzel sticks, dip in melted chocolate for a darker look.

Notes

Use black licorice laces or pretzel sticks for sturdy spider legs.
Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Get creative with different colored eyes or sprinkles for a fun twist.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 350
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 55mg

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